Edwy the Fair or the First Chronicle of Aescendune / A Tale of the Days of Saint Dunstan

Name: Edwy the Fair or the First Chronicle of Aescendune / A Tale of the Days of Saint Dunstan
Author: A. D. Crake

By A. D. Crake

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A historical tale dramatizes the clash between royal authority and ecclesiastical power through the fortunes of a young king whose deep attachment to a woman and resistance to clerical influence provoke political rupture, exile, and eventual return. Narratively it moves from rural home life to coronation, monastic and court intrigues, flight and battle, and a moral recovery, while examining themes of repentance, ambition, institutional power, and the Church’s role as guardian of learning and justice.

About the Author

A. D. Crake

A. D. Crake was a historical novelist known for his engaging narratives set in medieval England. His works often explore themes of loyalty, conflict, and the complexities of historical events through richly drawn characters. Notable titles include "Alfgar the Dane," which delves into the era of Edmund Ironside, and "The Last Abbot of Glastonbury," which addresses the tumultuous period of the Dissolution of the Monasteries. Crake's storytelling is characterized by a blend of historical detail and imaginative fiction, contributing to the literary heritage of 19th-century historical novels.